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Desktop Appraisal

Fannie Mae

Updated 10-31-2026

Desktop Appraisal

An appraisal assignment for which the appraiser completes the appraisal without physically inspecting the property, using data from various sources (real estate agents, homeowners, MLS, tax records, etc).

Fannie Mae Glossary of Terms

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